Box rest is the term used when a pony needs to be kept in his stable for a long period of time. The length of time a pony’s on box rest for can range from a few days to a few months. How long can a horse be on box Read more…
WHAT IS EQUINE LAMENESS? Lameness is a term used to describe a horse’s change in gait, usually in response to pain somewhere in a limb, but also possibly as a result of a mechanical restriction on movement. What happens if a horse is lame? When a horse is lame, it Read more…
A healthy mare’s milk provides all of the energy and nutrients a foal needs to support rapid, but steady, growth. Foals often nibble at grass or the mare’s rations, and they can even be seen eating the feces of adult horses. Both behaviors are normal. How does a horse feed Read more…
Feed ½ cup (120 ml) per 1,100 lb (500 kg horse) as a maintenance dose. Higher amounts may be helpful for healing purposes, but should not exceed two cups per day. Chia seeds may be fed dry, top-dressed on a meal, or soaked ahead of time and mixed in with Read more…
Peanuts are high in potassium, which is great for horses. However, they are also full of fat. Horses that are overweight or have thyroid issues should not be fed peanuts. Fortunately, there are many other healthy options that you can offer instead, including molasses, dried fruit like raisins, and pumpkin. Read more…
Episodes of intense symptoms including severe cough and laboured breathing can last several days or weeks. These are often triggered by environmental allergens, most commonly due to prolonged exposure to dusty or moldy hay. This condition can also arise when horses are on pasture in hot, humid climates. What can Read more…
Equine influenza (EI) is an acute, highly contagious, viral disease which can cause rapidly spreading outbreaks of respiratory disease in horses and other equine species. How do horses get influenza? Equine influenza virus spreads easily through contact with infected horses and via contact with infected clothing, equipment, brushes, tack, etc. Read more…
When ingested, black walnuts can cause laminitis and colic. A particular mold found within the husk of the nut can cause liver cancer. Due to the highly toxic nature of the tree and its nuts, caregivers may choose to keep their horses safe by pasturing them a good distance from Read more…
20 percent. Bedding containing as little as 20 percent fresh black walnut shavings made from old or new wood can cause toxicity. What happens if a horse eats a walnut? Researchers believe that a toxin in black walnut shavings is absorbed through the coronary band and skin, causing alterations in Read more…
Lager. India- American-Style Lager– This pale yellow beer is a solid, well made Lager with subtle malt flavors and just enough hops to keep it crisp and well balanced. What is the alcohol content of Taj Mahal beer? 4.5%The Taj Mahal Premium Lager is a Pale Lager style beer, medium Read more…